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Vauxhall Zafira Life vs VW Tiguan - Differences and prices compared
Compare performance (180 HP vs 272 HP), boot space and price (36000 £ vs 33300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Vauxhall Zafira Life or VW Tiguan?
Zafira Life
Costs and Efficiency:
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
VW Tiguan has a minimal advantage in terms of price – it starts at 33300 £ , while the Vauxhall Zafira Life costs 36000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 2691 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: VW Tiguan manages with 1.40 L and is therefore significantly more efficient than the Vauxhall Zafira Life with 7.10 L. The difference is about 5.70 L per 100 km.
As for electric range, the Vauxhall Zafira Life performs clearly better – achieving up to 347 km, about 221 km more than the VW Tiguan.
Tiguan
Engine and Performance:
Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.
When it comes to engine power, the VW Tiguan has a noticeable edge – offering 272 HP compared to 180 HP. That’s roughly 92 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Tiguan is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.90 s, while the Vauxhall Zafira Life takes 10.60 s. That’s about 4.70 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the VW Tiguan performs clearly perceptible better – reaching 242 km/h, while the Vauxhall Zafira Life tops out at 185 km/h. The difference is around 57 km/h.
Both models offer the same torque – 400 Nm.
Zafira Life
Space and Everyday Use:
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Seats: Vauxhall Zafira Life offers clearly perceptible more seating capacity – 8 vs 5.
In curb weight, VW Tiguan is clearly perceptible lighter – 1599 kg compared to 1953 kg. The difference is around 354 kg.
In terms of boot space, the VW Tiguan offers clearly more room – 652 L compared to 0 L. That’s a difference of about 652 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Vauxhall Zafira Life performs convincingly better – up to 4900 L, which is about 3250 L more than the VW Tiguan.
When it comes to payload, Vauxhall Zafira Life clearly takes the win – 914 kg compared to 533 kg. That’s a difference of about 381 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The VW Tiguan holds a decisive overall lead in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.
Vauxhall Zafira Life
VW Tiguan
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VW Tiguan
Vauxhall Zafira Life
The Opel Zafira Life is a practical, no-nonsense people carrier that wraps flexible space and family-friendly features into a tidy, grown-up package. It’s comfy on long runs, easy to live with day to day, and wears its van roots with surprising style — the kind of sensible buy that still manages to smile.
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VW Tiguan
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The VW Tiguan blends sensible family practicality with a dash of German polish, delivering a calm, reassuring ride and a cabin that never feels like an afterthought. For buyers who want an SUV that’s easy to live with yet still nicely dressed, the Tiguan is the grown‑up choice that keeps a cheeky wink in reserve.
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Vauxhall Zafira Life
VW Tiguan
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
36000 - 53200 £
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Price
33300 - 51900 £
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Consumption L/100km
7.10 L
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Consumption L/100km
1.4 - 8.4 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
24.7 - 24.8 kWh
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
220 - 347 km
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Electric Range
118 - 126 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
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co2
0 - 186 g/km
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co2
32 - 190 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
70 L
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Fuel tank capacity
45 - 58 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Bus
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
8
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1953 - 2240 kg
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Curb weight
1599 - 1890 kg
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Trunk capacity
0 L
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Trunk capacity
490 - 652 L
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Length
4981 - 5331 mm
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Length
4539 mm
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Width
2010 mm
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Width
1842 - 1859 mm
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Height
1890 mm
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Height
1656 - 1658 mm
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Max trunk capacity
4200 - 4900 L
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Max trunk capacity
1486 - 1650 L
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Payload
850 - 914 kg
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Payload
460 - 533 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric, Diesel
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Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
136 - 180 HP
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Power HP
130 - 272 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.6 - 14.3 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.9 - 10.6 s
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Max Speed
130 - 185 km/h
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Max Speed
210 - 242 km/h
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Torque
260 - 400 Nm
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Torque
220 - 400 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
100 - 132 kW
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Power kW
96 - 200 kW
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Engine capacity
2184 cm3
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Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A, G
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G, D, E, F, B
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Brand
Vauxhall
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Brand
VW
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What drivetrain options does the Vauxhall Zafira Life have?
The Vauxhall Zafira Life is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.
The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.